James Harris
Glenn Heights ,TX
Summary
Patient Math Teacher with resourceful and engaging teaching style demonstrated over 18 years of academic experience. Caring and hardworking professional with exceptional work ethic and commitment to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress and comprehension. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes test preparation and ongoing evaluations. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Math Teacher
Monroe City Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
Coach
Monroe City Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
- Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.
- Managed practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources for optimal results.
- Scheduled and organized team events, dinners and field trips to cultivate relationships and build rapport.
Mathematics Teacher
Madison Parish School
08.2010 - 05.2018
- Collaborated with fellow math teachers on curriculum development, resulting in a more cohesive and comprehensive program.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Established a positive learning environment by enforcing consistent discipline and using effective classroom management techniques.
- Improved students'' problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-life applications into mathematical concepts.
Math Teacher
East Carroll Parish School
04.2004 - 05.2010
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
- Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
Head Football Coach
East Carroll Parish School
04.2004 - 05.2007
- Promoted a positive image of the football program within the community with regular outreach events and initiatives.
- Built strong relationships with alumni base leading to increased donor involvement supporting essential scholarships and facility upgrades.
- Mentored players in their academic pursuits to ensure eligibility requirements were met while promoting personal growth beyond athletics.
- Collaborated with administrators to establish framework for player participation and awards.
Football Coach
Madison Parish School
08.1994 - 05.2004
- Enhanced player skills through focused coaching, personalized feedback, and tailored drills.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Encouraged sportsmanship and teamwork among players both on the field and during off-field activities.
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
Recreation Therapist
Tallulah Correctional Center For Youth
05.2001 - 04.2004
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and improved treatment outcomes.
- Developed schedules of activities and community outings to create expressive outlets for residents.
- Educated patients on creating positive coping skills and healthy personal goals through leisure and recreation modalities.
- Facilitated individual and group recreation therapy sessions to promote independent community-based recreation.
- Recorded and monitored patient progress to document responses to therapy.
Math Teacher
Madison Parish School
08.1996 - 05.2001
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
Elementary Math Teacher
Madison Parish School
08.1994 - 05.1996
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Education
Bachelor of Business Management - Agricultural Business And Management
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA 05.1994
High School Diploma -
Reuben McCall High School
Tallulah, LA05.1987
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Behavior Management
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Group Instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Adapting to Different Learning Styles
- Student Performance Evaluations
- Middle School Math
Affiliations
- Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc
Certification
Louisiana Middle School Mathematics (5164)
Louisiana Principles of Learning and Teaching Grades K-6(5622)
Timeline
Math Teacher
Monroe City Schools
08.2018 - Current
Coach
Monroe City Schools
08.2018 - Current
Mathematics Teacher
Madison Parish School
08.2010 - 05.2018
Math Teacher
East Carroll Parish School
04.2004 - 05.2010
Head Football Coach
East Carroll Parish School
04.2004 - 05.2007
Recreation Therapist
Tallulah Correctional Center For Youth
05.2001 - 04.2004
Math Teacher
Madison Parish School
08.1996 - 05.2001
Football Coach
Madison Parish School
08.1994 - 05.2004
Elementary Math Teacher
Madison Parish School
08.1994 - 05.1996
Bachelor of Business Management - Agricultural Business And Management
Grambling State University
High School Diploma -
Reuben McCall High School
Louisiana Middle School Mathematics (5164)
Louisiana Principles of Learning and Teaching Grades K-6(5622)
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